Champagne Durdon Bouval - Extra Brut Blanc de Noirs 100% Meunier

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About the wine:

A superb expression of the Marne Valley’s premier grape variety: a golden-yellow color with fine bubbles; an expressive and elegant nose featuring yellow fruit accented by toasty and vanilla notes; a fresh attack on the palate, followed by a structured, dense, and persistent finish, where the yellow fruit is enhanced by spices.

About the estate:

In 2000, Ludovic and Sandie Durdon took over the family estate in the Marne Valley, continuing a tradition spanning three generations. Managing 7.5 hectares, they began the transition to organic farming for 3 hectares of vineyards; certification was granted in 2013 for the Chardonnay and in 2015 for the Pinots, with biodynamic certification following in 2023. Since 2021, a wine press and a new winemaking facility have enabled the estate to carry out the entire winemaking process on-site, a task previously entrusted to the local cooperative.

Guide des Vins Gault & Millau

About the wine:

The color is crystal-clear, a light straw hue with pale gold highlights. The nose offers notes of sourdough bread and brioche with fruit (orange, apple, lime, apricot) and subtle spices. The bubbles are crystal clear. Mineral and savory on the palate, it is tangy, rich, and fruity. The finish is long and complex. An elegant wine for an aperitif or with a meal.

About the estate:

The family-owned estate has just welcomed the fifth generation of winemakers, with Antoine—the owners’ son—in attendance. With vineyards located in Vincelles and Barzy, in the heart of the Marne Valley, the estate owns just over 6 hectares. The estate practices certified organic farming for its Chardonnay; the two Pinot varieties are currently undergoing certification. The wines are aged partly in barrels and partly in tanks, then left to mature in the cellar for many years. This estate offers excellent quality across its entire range and also welcomes you to its guesthouse to discover its wines and vineyard. Of note is the introduction of a single-vineyard cuvée, “Les Sablons.”